GETTING TO THE SHOW
Ready to join the fun at the South Downs Show? We are thrilled to have you! There are many ways to reach us at the South Downs Show, and planning ahead always pays off!
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Check out the information provided below to ensure you can get to the event with ease.
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The South Downs Show will be held at Queen Elizabeth Country Park, just off the A3, three miles south of Petersfield in Hampshire, within the South Downs National Park. Postcode - PO8 0QE
Follow the signs on arrival and DO NOT enter the main QECP visitors entrance.
BY FOOT
The beautiful South Downs makes several walking routes possible to arrive at the South Downs Show on foot. We have highlighted three of our favourites below - check them out and see how you can plan your weekend around a hike! We have focused on Petersfield area, but see what you can find from your town or village as well.
From Petersfield, 6.4km
This straightforward route follows the cycle path connecting the town to QE Park.
Shipwrights Way
More challenging than the others, this cross-country route involves some hills. The Shipwrights Way runs from Alice Holt Forest to Portsmouth, passing through Liphook, Liss, Petersfield, QE Park, Finchdean, Staunton Country Park, and Havant.
The Hangers Way
This scene route runs from Alton to QE Park and passes through several places including Steep, Petersfield, and Buriton.
BY BIKE
Cycling to the South Downs Show is a great way to start the weekend and is a fun activity for the whole family. Reward yourself on arrival with a coffee or a hot snack for breakfast! The fastest way to cycle from Petersfield is along the designated cycle paths. From Petersfield Railway Station, follow Lavant Street (south/south-east) or Station Road (heading east) to join National Cycle route 22, also part of the Shipwright's Way. Then follow this south towards QE Park. Half way along The Causeway the NCN 22/Shipwright's Way turns off left. Continue straight ahead south to pick up the new route to QE Park that follows the A3 along a traffic-free path. In this way, the steep scarp slope above Buriton is avoided. For a more scenic route, Shipwright's Way is also suitable for bikes.
BY BUS
SATURDAY ONLY
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Stagecoach Route 37 runs every hour and a half between Petersfield and Havant, passing Queen Elizabeth Country Park. This takes approximately 10 minutes from Petersfield and costs from £2. Tickets can be bought on the bus or as a digital ticket on the Stagecoach Bus App. Full information on bus routes and timetables can be found below. Please be aware this bus does not run on Sundays. Take care when walking from the Bus Stop to the event.
SOUTH DOWNS RAMBLER
SUNDAY ONLY
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The South Downs Rambler is returning this summer, running between Winchester and Petersfield via Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Take this scenic route through gorgeous villages for £2 each way, which can be paid by cash or card. See the link below for full information and stops.
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Take care when walking from the Bus Stop to the event.
BY CAR
Drive to the South Downs Show via all major routes. Parking is free for the duration of the show. This year our car park will be organised by Newman Events to
ensure a smooth and safe experience for all. To ensure there is space for all who wish to enjoy the show and reduce carbon emissions, please share lifts where possible. We also have a designated drop off point. Motorhomes and caravans are allowed to park during the day of time of the event. We are unable to allow motorhomes and caravans to stay in the carpark overnight. You will be directed where to park when arrive. Accessible parking is available close to the main entrance. Please speak to a marshall on arrival and they will direct you. South Downs Show parking is separate to the QE Country Park Parking. You will be charged if you park in the QE Park car parks.
Trader parking is separate to attendee parking.
You will be directed on arrival.